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Inside this issue…
Message from the Dean.............2
ECU Professor Named Fellow of
the North American Society for
Sport Management...................2
Kinesiology Fellows..................3
Pecheles Continues Scholarship
Tradition...............................3
Amy Perko, Guest Speaker........3
HHP Celebrates Achievers.........4
Student News.........................4
Alumni News.........................4
Military Programs....................5
Message to HHP Alumni..........5
In Memoriam.........................6
Faculty Accolades.....................7
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D.J. Gregory Featured Speaker for Ralph Steele Lecture Series
A crowd of 300 welcomed D.J. Gregory, author and speaker for the 2nd annual Ralph Steele Visiting Lecture at East Carolina University’s Mendenhall Student Center. Gregory presented the lecture, “Chasing a Dream” on November 15, 2012.
Gregory spoke about his journey of setting and accomplishing an improbable goal. “He encouraged everyone to have dreams to reach and not to let others hold you back,” said Dr. David Loy, associate professor in the Department of Recreation and Leisure Studies.
Born with cerebral palsy, doctors told Gregory’s parents that he would probably use a wheelchair for his entire life. He defeated the odds and learned to walk. A longtime golf fan, Gregory made a commitment to walk every hole of every round of every PGA golf tournament during 2007-2008. Walking 900 miles with a cane, he accomplished this goal.
He created a foundation called “Walking with Kids” to support a variety of children’s charities. Gregory authored, “Walking with Friends,” which details his challenges, successes, and the friendships he developed with professional golfers.
A native of Greensboro, N.C., Gregory earned both a bachelor’s and master’s degree in sports management from Springfield College.
The event was in honor of Dr. Ralph H. Steele (1930-2009), who taught at East Carolina from 1960-1990. Steele is considered the “Founding Father” of Parks, Recreation, and Conservation established in 1992 that later became the Department of Recreation and Leisure Studies. Steele served as a teacher, mentor, visionary, and leader to many students, faculty, alumni and friends.
COLLEGE OF HEALTH AND HUMAN PERFORMANCE
The College of Health and Human Performance (HHP) is celebrating its 20th anniversary. It is with a deep sense of achievement and pride that we commemorate this milestone during the upcoming 2013-2014 academic year.
Looking back we can say we have been a part of the university mission from the beginning. Courses in hygiene and fitness were offered from year one. By the time East Carolina became a university, a large Department of Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Safety had been established. In 1993, this department became the eleventh professional school on the East Carolina University campus.
“We are proud of our heritage and exceptional growth,” said Dr. Glen Gilbert, dean of the College of Health and Human Performance. “Our faculty and alumni have demonstrated leadership and earned international recognition. Innovation in our classrooms and labs continues to produce new ways to promote health and enhance the quality of life,” he said.
Our mission, to improve health, well being, and quality of life, has remained steady. However, our presence has grown larger. Today HHP has approximately 2,500 declared and intended undergraduate majors, 350 graduate students, including 15 doctoral students, more than 90 faculty members, and over 8,500 alumni.
Recently East Carolina University, along with most state agencies across the country, has faced economic challenges and decisions. As many of you know, Chancellor Ballard formed the Program Prioritization Committee (PPC) to determine where possible cuts could be made and to provide recommendations about academic structure.
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Greetings to all of you from the College of Health and Human Performance.
It has been a busy start to the semester. The upcoming 2013-2014 academic year has special significance for HHP because it marks our 20th anniversary. Our faculty and alumni have demonstrated leadership and many have gained international recognition. You will read more details in the newsletter about our rich history, student achievements, faculty fellow appointments as well as other accolades and awards.
Much of our continued success is the result of our very strong Advancement Council. We thank Mr. Jim Post for his excellent leadership during the past 2 years. We also thank Ms. Alice Keene for her service as Vice Chair and look forward to her continued leadership as the Chair for the next 2 years with Mr. Sy Symour as the Vice Chair.
Since welcoming Mr. Don Leggett as our Interim Major Gifts Officer in August, the College has benefited from his years of experience. Soon, we will begin a search for a Director of Development who will focus on fundraising and stewardship initiatives.
Chancellor Ballard recently asked me to serve as Interim Vice Chancellor for Advancement until a new Vice Chancellor is appointed. I will continue as Dean of HHP. Thanks to the strong leadership team in HHP, I will be able to handle these 2 positions as long as needed, which is expected to be less than a year.
We thank the outgoing commanders in the ROTC programs, Lt. Col. Serena Armstrong and LTC Daniel Heape. Their leadership has been an asset to the military programs and they have been excellent colleagues. They are now part of the HHP family and we will miss them.
The college continues to mourn the deaths of Dr. LeRoy Walker and Ms. Eva Price. Dr. Walker had a long life filled with accomplishments and Eva died far too young and touched all of us. Both are deeply missed.
We are grateful for your continued interest in ECU and HHP. As we continue to move toward electronic editions of this newsletter both for cost saving reasons and as a better avenue to reach our growing alumni, we will archive all newsletters at: http://www.ecu.edu/cs-hhp/visions.cfm. You can also keep informed by following us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/ECU.HHP.
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Professor & Dean
Last spring, the committee released its recommendations. The PPC recommended that HHP remain completely intact, housing the Departments of Health Education and Promotion, Kinesiology, and Recreation and Leisure Studies. The college also remains home to the Air Force and Army ROTC programs. This means that HHP will not be separated, moved, or consolidated. To review the complete report, please visit http://www.ecu.edu/ppc/. We are very grateful to the many alumni and friends of HHP that testified and pointed to the many contributions made by the college.
Looking ahead, HHP will continue its dedication to excellence in academics, teaching, research, and community service. The future is very bright for the college and we hope you will be part of that future.
ECU Professor Named Fellow of the North American Society for Sport Management
Dr. Melanie Sartore-Baldwin, associate professor in the Department of Kinesiology at East Carolina University, was named a Fellow of the North American Society for Sport Management. She is one of five scholars who received this honor at the 2012 NASSM conference in Seattle, WA.
Fellow status recognizes NASSM scholars by honoring their achievement in sport-related scholarship disseminated through NASSM. Members qualify for NASSM Research Fellow status upon attaining a certain scholarly record. The NASSM Research Fellow designation is one of distinction within NASSM and the Fellows’ own academic communities and encourages high standards of research and other forms of scholarship among NASSM’s members
“We are proud of Dr. Sartore-Baldwin’s international recognition and her commitment to our students,” said Dr. Glen Gilbert, dean of the College of Health and Human Performance.
Her areas of study are diversity related issues and social justice within sport. A native of Macomb, IL, Sartore-Baldwin began teaching at ECU in 2007. She earned a bachelor’s degree in physical education/exercise science from Western Illinois University in 2000. She received a dual master’s degree from Indiana University in 2003 and a doctorate from Texas A&M University in 2007.
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KINESIOLOGY FELLOWS: Professors Inducted in National Academy
Two professors in ECU’s Department of Kinesiology were named fellows of the National Academy of Kinesiology and were inducted during the national organization’s annual conference Sept. 20-22 in Oregon.
The new fellows are Dr. Paul DeVita, a professor and director of the Biomechanics Lab; and Dr. Matthew Mahar, a professor and director of the Activity Promotion Lab. DeVita and Mahar are among nine academicians named in this year’s class of NAK fellows.
Mahar received his undergraduate degree from the State University of New York at Cortland and master’s and doctoral degrees from the University of Houston. He joined the ECU faculty in 1993. Mahar received the UNC Board of Governors’ Distinguished Professor for Teaching Award in 1997-1998 and ECU’s Scholar-Teacher Award in 2000. He received the Board of Governors Award for Excellence in Teaching in 2007.
DeVita, a native of Brooklyn, N.Y., has taught at East Carolina since 1995. He received his undergraduate degree in biology from the State University of New York at Binghamton and his master’s and doctoral degrees from the University of Oregon. DeVita specializes in aging and osteoarthritis research and has received funding for that research from the National Institutes of Health annually since 2005.
They join two other ECU Kinesiology professors who previously were named NAK fellows. Dr. Joe Houmard was inducted in 2006 and Dr. Peter Farrell was inducted in 2008.
-By Steve Tuttle
Dr. Paul DeVita and Dr. Matthew Mahar
Pecheles Continues Scholarship Tradition
Even in an economic climate where some companies are scaling back donations, Pecheles Automotive Group continues to steer a course toward supporting education and service to the community. Pecheles Automotive Group has donated over $25,000 to East Carolina University’s College of Health and Human Performance to support undergraduate scholarships and the annual spring scholarship breakfast.
Brian Pecheles, president, said, “We are proud to sponsor this event that recognizes so many talented students. It is a great opportunity to meet and get to know the students who receive our support.”
Dr. Glen Gilbert, dean of the College of Health and Human Performance, said, “We are grateful for the generosity of Pecheles Automotive Group.”
In partnership with this successful business leader, we can gather together benefactors and students. Scholarship recipients learn why others give back and donors hear firsthand how their gifts make a difference. This event is of mutual benefit on both sides of the table.
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HHP Celebrates Achievers
Students, family members, and faculty gathered at the fourth annual ECU College of Health and Human Performance Excels event on Feb. 1 at Club Level, Dowdy Ficklen Stadium. This event recognized freshmen and transfer students with a GPA of 3.0 and above. Students received a certificate signed by the Chancellor and a HHP tee shirt. A total of 255 HHP students were identified: 12 on the chancellor’s list, 106 on the dean’s list and 137 on honor roll.
Provost Sheerer commended students on their success and encouraged them to continue. “We are proud of your accomplishments as freshmen and want to see you at ECU as a sophomore,” she said.
Summer Long of Wilmington is an exercise physiology major. “Being recognized for my hard work is encouraging,” she said.
The large crowd received a warm welcome from Dr. Glen Gilbert, dean of the College of Health and Human Performance.
Eliza Monroe, public health studies major, of Raleigh said the event was a good networking opportunity. “It was also educational for me,” she said. “I learned about HHP organizations that I did not know existed,” she continued.
Whitney McFarland, of Fairmont was the guest speaker. McFarland graduated from ECU in 2009 with a bachelor of science in Health Education and Promotion and in 2012 with a master of arts in Health Education. McFarland is a public health educator at the Robeson County Department of Public Health. In her spare time she enjoys competing in pageants and has held several titles including Miss Fairmont, Ambassador titles, and Miss Lumbee 2011-2012.
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Samantha Billings graduated in December, 2012 with a BS in Public Health and has started her own business, “Sam and Mike’s Munchies.” With partner, Mike Kelley, she provides healthy salads, side dishes, and desserts made from raw, organic vegetables, fruits and nuts. These items are sold online and in local markets.
Elexis Gillette won a silver medal Sept. 4 in the men’s long jump at the 2012 Paralympic Games in London. This was Gillette’s third Paralympic silver medal in the event. The Paralympics are the worldwide sport competition for athlete with disabilities held in conjunction with the Olympic Games. Gillette is visually impaired due to a congenital detached retina and glaucoma.
He graduated from ECU in 2007 with a BS in Recreation and Park Management from the Department of Recreation and Leisure Studies. In 2012, Gillette earned a master’s in business administration from the University of Phoenix.
Aaron Harris is the program manager for Concerned Black Men CARES in Prince George’s County, MD. He participated in the Mentoring Monday Phone-A-Thon that was televised on WTTG FOX 5 TV. CBM National provides African American middle school boys with African American male mentors. The design is based around providing a support system of African American men to serve as positive examples and coaches for these boys. Harris graduated in 2003 with a BS in Recreation and Park Management. The televised program can be found at: http://www.myfoxdc.com/category/256347/mentoring-monday#axzz2JHXQ5v00.
LaBarron Burwell, health fitness major, is reaching out to youth and seniors through a newly founded ECU student organization called MUVE (Motivating and Uplifting via Exercise). He co-founded MUVE in October as a way to help others through exercise instruction, mentorship and leadership activities.
Thomas Mahar, exercise physiology major, presented ‘Comparison of Hip and Wrist Worn Activity Monitors’ at the Southeast American College of Sports Medicine Annual Meeting in Greenville, S.C. He was awarded 2nd place for his undergraduate research. Faculty mentor: Matthew Mahar
Ryan Merritt, recreation and park administration graduate student, received a scholarship from the Resort and Commercial Recreation Association. He was one of 13 students to receive this scholarship.
Bjork Olsen, pre-health professions major, was one of seven female student-athletes selected for the 2012 Conference USA All-Academic Team. She is the first ECU cross country runner to be named to the C-USA All-Academic team since 2010. She has earned a place on the ECU dean’s list in each of her four semesters.
Michelle Vuchenich, exercise and sport science graduate student, won the East Carolina University Thesis Award for her thesis entitled, “Effects of a Before School Physical Activity Program on Physical Activity and On-task Behavior in Elementary School-aged Children.” Faculty mentor: Matthew Mahar
Jordan Widgeon, exercise physiology major, is a role model in service and scholarship. She serves as a member of the Kinesiology Major’s Club, Pre-Physical Therapy Club and as a sister of Sigma Alpha Omega Christian Sorority. In her role as teaching assistant in the student development and learning in higher education class, she became a mentor to students who needed to talk about transitions to college life. This semester, Widgeon keeps busy with project MENTOR, a research project designed to help obese adolescents experience exercise success.
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The ECU Air Force ROTC sent 12 outstanding cadets to field training last summer. The training was conducted at Montgomery, Alabama and Hattiesburg, Mississippi. Cadets who wish to become Air Force Officers must earn a slot to attend field training between their sophomore and junior years. Field Training is four weeks of rigorous physical condition, weapons training and survival training. We are proud to announce that all of our cadets successfully completed field training. These cadets made a commitment to the Air Force and upon graduation will commission as Second Lieutenants. While the cadets were busy at field training during the summer, the cadre attended nine ECU Student Orientation Sessions. We had the largest incoming class in years, adding 75 new cadets to the program. The cadet wing implemented a robust new student orientation including early move in, meet-the-parents gathering, an ice breaker activity for the new cadets and an introduction to Air Force fitness program.
During the fall, 2012 semester, our Honor Guard performed at three ECU football games and combined with the Army ROTC Color Guard for the ECU Military Appreciation Game. During the game, the Cadet wing also hosted the first ever ECU ROTC Alumni Event-tailgating party and it was a success. They presented the Colors at Apex High School for Veterans Day and then again at the Brick Pavers ceremony by Christenbury Hall. Honor Guard members also could be seen at the Greenville Convention Center for the Annual Park and Recreations meeting on Veterans Day weekend, presenting the Colors proudly. Our cadets participated in community service projects such as Habitat for Humanity and NCPacksforPatriots. The highlight of fall, 2012 for the cadets was having Lunch with D-Day Survivor Dr. Harold Baumgartner in October. It was an amazing experience for the cadets. The semester ended with the commissioning of one cadet. Det. 600’s newest lieutenant will be a Security Forces Officer in the Air Force. From the time the summer started to the end of the fall semester, the Air Force ROTC cadets could be seen throughout the campus, Greenville, and surrounding counties.
ECU Army ROTC “Pirate” Battalion had another very successful year at the Leadership Development Assessment Course (LDAC) in the summer, 2012. This event takes place after the Cadets reach their junior year and is held at Ft. Lewis, Washington. The 29 day camp assesses each Cadet on their performance in several different events. Each Cadet receives either a “N” for needs improvement, a “S” for satisfactory, or an “E” for excellent. The Battalion worked incredibly hard during the fall and spring semesters to prepare 12 Cadets to attend the summer assessment camp. Out of the 12 Cadets who attended, 3 earned the Recondo Badge, 5 received an overall rating of excellence and four earned satisfactory. The Battalion continues to maintain the top ranking Cadets among forty colleges in the Eastern Region. In addition to LDAC, three Cadets earned their Air Assault Wings at Fort Benning, GA. During the spring, 2012 and spring 2013, semesters Army ROTC conducted the German Proficiency Badge competition for the Battalion. The competition consists of a 200m swim, sprints (100, 400, 1000m), long/high jump, shot put/bench press, 3000m run, first aid proficiency test, a pistol shoot, and a ruck march. In spring, 2012 forty-one Cadets and Cadre earned gold and one Cadet earned silver. During the spring, 2013 competition seventeen Cadets earned gold, two earned silver, and two earned bronze.
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A MESS AGE TO HHP ALUMNI From Don Leggett
Recently, I accepted an invitation to return to the area of my undergraduate studies at ECU to assume the role of Interim Major Gifts Officer for the College of Health and Human Performance. This was especially significant to me because I have always felt a sense of indebtedness to those special people and institutions responsible for preparing me for my life’s work in teaching, coaching, and educational administration.
As an employee of East Carolina University since 1970, I have witnessed firsthand the amazing growth and progress that has taken place during this time. This could not have happened without dedicated alumni giving back through their support and advocacy. As HHP alumni, you have the right to feel a special sense of pride and satisfaction as you step back and take a look at what you have helped build. It could not have been done without you; and neither can the College continue to become all it can be without a constant renewal of alumni commitment.
As a graduate of HHP, I know the special feelings that you have for the people who influenced your lives, and the programs that prepared you for future successes. I know your sense of pride in a college whose programs are recognized nationally as truly outstanding. I am excited about what we can accomplish together.
As we move forward, let me suggest some actions you might want to consider in the near term:
• If you are already a donor, be sure to make your 2012-13 gift by June 30, 2013 (Consider expanding your giving to a new level this year.)
• Make a special gift in honor or in memory of a special teacher or some other person who has significantly influenced your life.
• Join the Cornerstone Society by making gifts to HHP programs amounting to $1000 or more during this fiscal year.
• If you are not a current donor, consider making a gift of cash, stock and other securities, life insurance, and/or real estate.
• Establish an endowed fund to support a scholarship, graduate fellowship, or some other special program in one of the departments in HHP.
• Leave your legacy and help shape the future of HHP by including the College in your estate plans through a planned gift arrangement.
(To learn more about planned giving options as well as learning about membership in The Leo Jenkins Society, contact Greg Abeyounis, Assistant Vice Chancellor for Development at 252-328-9573 or e-mail at abeyounisg@ecu.edu.)
For further information or assistance, please contact Don Leggett, Interim Major Gifts Officer for HHP, at 252-328-9581 or leggettd@ecu.edu . You may make an online gift by visiting www.giving.ecu.edu.
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In Memoriam
Dr. LeRoy Walker died April 23, 2012 in Durham, N.C. at the age of 93. Walker spent decades coaching elite athletes at the college level and on USA Olympic teams. During his track coaching career at N.C. Central from 1945 to 1983, Walker coached athletes to 11 Olympic medals and athletes to all Olympic Games from 1956 to 1976. He was the Chancellor from 1983 to 1986.
From 1992-1996 he served as president of the United States Olympic Committee. His dedication to sport, teaching, and human performance inspired the creation of the L.T. Walker International Human Performance Center at East Carolina University.
“Despite growing up very poor and in an era of rampant discrimination, he judged all people by the content of their character and set an example for all of us,” Glen Gilbert, dean of the College of Health and Human Performance said. “Dr. Walker was one of the finest men I have ever met.”
“He was always a teacher and relished any opportunity to share his great knowledge,” Gilbert said. “He spoke many times at ECU events and received many honors from ECU including one of his 18 honorary doctorates.”
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ECU instructor, Ms. Eva Price, passed away January 1, 2013. She was 34. She battled a rare type of lymphoma and somehow managed to keep smiling and laughing.
Price, a native of Cary, N.C. began teaching full time in the Department of Kinesiology in 2005. She taught physical education pedagogy courses and designed and implemented the home school physical education program operated by the department. She consistently emphasized application of theory.
Although Price’s life was far too short, she inspired colleagues, students, and friends in a large way.
“Eva was an exceptional person and mother,” said Dr. Glen Gilbert, dean of the College of Health and Human Performance. “In her short time with us she made a profound impact on students and colleagues…. If you knew her even briefly you would understand why her loss is felt so deeply by many in the HHP family,” he said.
Her passion for teaching, commitment to students, and enduring love are qualities that marked her character. Known for giving, Price was often found volunteering at local events and coaching at Rose’s School of Gymnastics.
Dr. Stacey Altman, chair of the Department of Kinesiology, said that Price easily developed productive relationships with others. She was “always willing to take on the duties asked of her and did so pleasantly and with plenty of enthusiasm,” Altman said.
“Eva is one of the most special human beings I have ever known,” said Hannah Priest, former student. “I first met Eva in a motor development course where she served as my instructor. Later Eva served as my unspoken mentor when I worked as a supervisor for physical education teacher candidates. I was awed by her patience, compassion, and kind disposition. Eva had a way of making others feel calm and comfortable, even in stressful situations. She taught me to recognize and embrace what matters in life like family and friends, and to let go of the things that are not important. She enjoyed life, never taking a second for granted. I will never forget her sweet smile,” continued Priest.
Academic advisor Jennifer Abbott agreed, noting Price’s “unique ability to see the best in people.” “She was patient and incredibly giving of her time, her heart and her wisdom. I very much enjoyed working with her and felt her a true partner working for students’ success,” Abbott said.
Price is survived by husband David, ECU assistant track and field coach, and three children – Lily, Willow and Rivers.
Colleagues are raising funds to support the children’s college fund. Donations may be made at http://evaprice.tumblr.com/college-fund.
For additional information, visit https://www.facebook.com/OurSuperheroEva or https://www.facebook.com/TheEvAvengersACommunitySupportingItsSuperhero.
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Dr. Jo Anne Balanay (HE&P): Awarded funds in conjunction with the University of Alabama at Birmingham and the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health for the research project, Deep South Occupational Safety and Health Education Research Center/Determination of Pressure Across Activated Carbon Fiber Respirator Filters and Cartridges.
Dr. Paul DeVita (KINE): Serves on the editorial boards of the Journal of Biomechanics and the Journal of Applied Biomechanics, Associate Editor on Journal of Applied Biomechanics, ad hoc reviewer for NIH, traveled to Taiwan and delivered presentations on aging and osteoarthritis.
Dr. Joe Houmard (KINE): Invited to assist in writing the American College of Sports Medicine position stand on “Physical activity and bariatric surgery.”
Dr. Charles Humphrey (HE&P): Recipient of the 2013 ECU HHP Scholar-Teacher Award, published articles, “Evaluation of Water Table Dynamics in Relation to Soil Morphological Indicators of Seasonal Wetness” and “Onsite Wastewater System Nitrogen Loading to Groundwater in the Newport River Watershed, North Carolina”, primary author of one presentation and co-author of 5 presentations at a Geological Society of America national conference, mentor and co-author of poster presentation by an undergraduate student (Christina Booth) at the State of NC Undergraduate Research and Creativity Symposium in Durham, NC.
Dr. Deb Jordan (RCLS): Invited participant for a webcast by HUFFPOST LIVE to discuss national parks fiscal operations. The webcast can be found at: http://live.huffingtonpost.com/r/segment/national-parks-us-economy-recovery-sequester/50fd7b8302a76015b9000754.
Dr. Tim Kelley (HE&P): Submitted an editorial, “Environmental Health Insights
into the 2010 Deepwater Horizon (BP) Oil Blowout” as Editor-in-Chief of Environmental Health Insights. Article was selected to be a part of the medical database to provide information on the environmental health implications of this oil blowout. More details can be found at: http://www.la-press.com/environmental-health-insights-into-the-2010-deepwater-horizon-bp-oil-b-article-a2230).
Dr. Anthony Kulas (HE&P): Recipient of the 2011 Kenneth Knight Outstanding Manuscript (Research Category) Award from the National Athletic Trainers’ Association.
Dr. Matthew Mahar (KINE): Traveled to Seoul, South Korea to deliver an invited presentation at the International Sport Science Conference.
Dr. Ryan Martin (HE&P): Co-authored the book, Change Your Gambling, Change Your Life. More details about the book are found at: http://www.health.harvard.edu/books/change-your-gambling-change-your-life.
Dr. Mark Moore (KINE): Co-authored the book, Corporate Sport Marketing, Strategies and Applications for a Changing World. More details about the book are found at: http://www.kendallhunt.com/store-product.aspx?id=69389.
Dr. Nick Murray (KINE): Appeared in an episode of the History Channel’s show entitled Stan Lee’s Superhumans. In the show’s “Unbreakable” episode, Murray measured the visual control of an expert archer as the archer hit an aspirin out of the air. Murray used the Applied Science Laboratories Mobile Eye to determine the archer’s visual control. Details about the episode are found at: http://www.history.com/shows/stan-lees-superhumans/episodes/#slide-2.
Dr. Tom Raedeke (KINE): Serves on the editorial board of Sport, Exercise and Performance Psychology and Journal of Applied Sport Psychology, associate editor Research Quarterly for Exercise and Sport, received AAHPERD’s Research Consortium 2011 Research Writing Award for the paper titled “The impact of a student-led pedometer intervention incorporating cognitive-behavioral strategies on step count and self-efficacy.”
Dr. Stephanie Richards (HE&P): Published article, “Effects of virus dose and extrinsic incubation temperature on Culex nigripalpus (Diptera: Culicidae) vector competence for St. Louis encephalitis virus.” Journal of Medical Entomology 49(6), 1502-1506.
Dr. Alice Richmond (HE&P): Received funding for the internal seed grant competition, East-West Collaboration Program. Funding supports new collaborations, bringing together groups from both ECU campuses to tackle scholarly projects including research and creative activity.
Ms. Rebecca Riedl (HE&P): Served as President of the North Carolina Recreation Therapy Association Board 2011-2012.
Dr. Melanie Sartore-Baldwin (KINE): Edited the book, Sexual Minorities in Sports: Prejudice at Play. More details about the book are found at: https://www.rienner.com/title/Sexual_Minorities_in_Sports_Prejudice_at_Play.
Dr. Paige Schneider (RCLS): Selected to the ECU Writers Across the Curriculum Academy, presented research regarding the Roanoke River Mayors Association project at The International Ecotourism Society conference, and serves as a board member for the North Carolina Paddle Trails Association. The American Psychological Association published an instrument in the APA PsycTESTS database that she co-created, the Adventure Travel Propensity Measure described in the publication Schneider, Paige P., & Vogt, Christine A. (2012) -Applying the 3M Model of Personality and motivation to adventure travelers. Journal of Travel Research 51(6), 704-716.
Dr. Kindal Shores (RCLS): President of the Pitt County Council on Aging Board of Directors, serves with ECU Honors College to help select their undergraduate EC Scholars, nominated for ECU Board of Governor’s Excellence in Teaching Award, member of the Editorial Board for the
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Journal of Leisure Research and Journal of Rural Health, completed work on the community health assessment in partnership with the Hyde County Health Department, continues work evaluating the revitalization of the Selena Butler Park in the Old 4th Ward neighborhood of Atlanta, Georgia, and published 5 peer review articles and a book chapter describing the physical activity benefits all children receive from inclusive playgrounds.
Dr. Thom Skalko (RCLS): Delivered the keynote speech at the 2012 Leisure and Recreation Association of South Africa Congress held in Durban, South Africa. The theme of the congress was Building Livable Communities through Collaboration between Recreation, Leisure, and Tourism.
Dr. Michelle Wallen (HE&P): Recipient of the Outstanding College Health Education Award from the North Carolina Association for the Advancement of Health Education, selected as a participant in the 2013 ECU University Writing Program.
Dr. Katie Walsh (HE&P): Inducted into the North Carolina Athletic Trainers’ Association Hall of Fame. She is one of only three women to receive this honor.
Dr. Stacy Warner (KINE): Serves on the review board for Case Studies in Sport Management, received the 2011 Janet B. Parks NASSM Research Grant, and received the Best Conference Paper Award at the 17th Annual SMAANZ Conference for a paper entitled “Competition and gender: Reconsidering the role of competition in sport.”
Dr. Clif Watts (RCLS): Serves as an associate editor for Leisure Sciences and as an executive committee member for the Northeast Recreation Research Symposium.
Ms. Jamie Williams (HE&P) Served as the NCAAHE President for 2012 and was selected to participate in the University Writing Program’s 2012 WAC Academy.
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Message from the Dean.............2
ECU Professor Named Fellow of
the North American Society for
Sport Management...................2
Kinesiology Fellows..................3
Pecheles Continues Scholarship
Tradition...............................3
Amy Perko, Guest Speaker........3
HHP Celebrates Achievers.........4
Student News.........................4
Alumni News.........................4
Military Programs....................5
Message to HHP Alumni..........5
In Memoriam.........................6
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D.J. Gregory Featured Speaker for Ralph Steele Lecture Series
A crowd of 300 welcomed D.J. Gregory, author and speaker for the 2nd annual Ralph Steele Visiting Lecture at East Carolina University’s Mendenhall Student Center. Gregory presented the lecture, “Chasing a Dream” on November 15, 2012.
Gregory spoke about his journey of setting and accomplishing an improbable goal. “He encouraged everyone to have dreams to reach and not to let others hold you back,” said Dr. David Loy, associate professor in the Department of Recreation and Leisure Studies.
Born with cerebral palsy, doctors told Gregory’s parents that he would probably use a wheelchair for his entire life. He defeated the odds and learned to walk. A longtime golf fan, Gregory made a commitment to walk every hole of every round of every PGA golf tournament during 2007-2008. Walking 900 miles with a cane, he accomplished this goal.
He created a foundation called “Walking with Kids” to support a variety of children’s charities. Gregory authored, “Walking with Friends,” which details his challenges, successes, and the friendships he developed with professional golfers.
A native of Greensboro, N.C., Gregory earned both a bachelor’s and master’s degree in sports management from Springfield College.
The event was in honor of Dr. Ralph H. Steele (1930-2009), who taught at East Carolina from 1960-1990. Steele is considered the “Founding Father” of Parks, Recreation, and Conservation established in 1992 that later became the Department of Recreation and Leisure Studies. Steele served as a teacher, mentor, visionary, and leader to many students, faculty, alumni and friends.
COLLEGE OF HEALTH AND HUMAN PERFORMANCE
The College of Health and Human Performance (HHP) is celebrating its 20th anniversary. It is with a deep sense of achievement and pride that we commemorate this milestone during the upcoming 2013-2014 academic year.
Looking back we can say we have been a part of the university mission from the beginning. Courses in hygiene and fitness were offered from year one. By the time East Carolina became a university, a large Department of Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Safety had been established. In 1993, this department became the eleventh professional school on the East Carolina University campus.
“We are proud of our heritage and exceptional growth,” said Dr. Glen Gilbert, dean of the College of Health and Human Performance. “Our faculty and alumni have demonstrated leadership and earned international recognition. Innovation in our classrooms and labs continues to produce new ways to promote health and enhance the quality of life,” he said.
Our mission, to improve health, well being, and quality of life, has remained steady. However, our presence has grown larger. Today HHP has approximately 2,500 declared and intended undergraduate majors, 350 graduate students, including 15 doctoral students, more than 90 faculty members, and over 8,500 alumni.
Recently East Carolina University, along with most state agencies across the country, has faced economic challenges and decisions. As many of you know, Chancellor Ballard formed the Program Prioritization Committee (PPC) to determine where possible cuts could be made and to provide recommendations about academic structure.
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Greetings to all of you from the College of Health and Human Performance.
It has been a busy start to the semester. The upcoming 2013-2014 academic year has special significance for HHP because it marks our 20th anniversary. Our faculty and alumni have demonstrated leadership and many have gained international recognition. You will read more details in the newsletter about our rich history, student achievements, faculty fellow appointments as well as other accolades and awards.
Much of our continued success is the result of our very strong Advancement Council. We thank Mr. Jim Post for his excellent leadership during the past 2 years. We also thank Ms. Alice Keene for her service as Vice Chair and look forward to her continued leadership as the Chair for the next 2 years with Mr. Sy Symour as the Vice Chair.
Since welcoming Mr. Don Leggett as our Interim Major Gifts Officer in August, the College has benefited from his years of experience. Soon, we will begin a search for a Director of Development who will focus on fundraising and stewardship initiatives.
Chancellor Ballard recently asked me to serve as Interim Vice Chancellor for Advancement until a new Vice Chancellor is appointed. I will continue as Dean of HHP. Thanks to the strong leadership team in HHP, I will be able to handle these 2 positions as long as needed, which is expected to be less than a year.
We thank the outgoing commanders in the ROTC programs, Lt. Col. Serena Armstrong and LTC Daniel Heape. Their leadership has been an asset to the military programs and they have been excellent colleagues. They are now part of the HHP family and we will miss them.
The college continues to mourn the deaths of Dr. LeRoy Walker and Ms. Eva Price. Dr. Walker had a long life filled with accomplishments and Eva died far too young and touched all of us. Both are deeply missed.
We are grateful for your continued interest in ECU and HHP. As we continue to move toward electronic editions of this newsletter both for cost saving reasons and as a better avenue to reach our growing alumni, we will archive all newsletters at: http://www.ecu.edu/cs-hhp/visions.cfm. You can also keep informed by following us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/ECU.HHP.
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Last spring, the committee released its recommendations. The PPC recommended that HHP remain completely intact, housing the Departments of Health Education and Promotion, Kinesiology, and Recreation and Leisure Studies. The college also remains home to the Air Force and Army ROTC programs. This means that HHP will not be separated, moved, or consolidated. To review the complete report, please visit http://www.ecu.edu/ppc/. We are very grateful to the many alumni and friends of HHP that testified and pointed to the many contributions made by the college.
Looking ahead, HHP will continue its dedication to excellence in academics, teaching, research, and community service. The future is very bright for the college and we hope you will be part of that future.
ECU Professor Named Fellow of the North American Society for Sport Management
Dr. Melanie Sartore-Baldwin, associate professor in the Department of Kinesiology at East Carolina University, was named a Fellow of the North American Society for Sport Management. She is one of five scholars who received this honor at the 2012 NASSM conference in Seattle, WA.
Fellow status recognizes NASSM scholars by honoring their achievement in sport-related scholarship disseminated through NASSM. Members qualify for NASSM Research Fellow status upon attaining a certain scholarly record. The NASSM Research Fellow designation is one of distinction within NASSM and the Fellows’ own academic communities and encourages high standards of research and other forms of scholarship among NASSM’s members
“We are proud of Dr. Sartore-Baldwin’s international recognition and her commitment to our students,” said Dr. Glen Gilbert, dean of the College of Health and Human Performance.
Her areas of study are diversity related issues and social justice within sport. A native of Macomb, IL, Sartore-Baldwin began teaching at ECU in 2007. She earned a bachelor’s degree in physical education/exercise science from Western Illinois University in 2000. She received a dual master’s degree from Indiana University in 2003 and a doctorate from Texas A&M University in 2007.
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KINESIOLOGY FELLOWS: Professors Inducted in National Academy
Two professors in ECU’s Department of Kinesiology were named fellows of the National Academy of Kinesiology and were inducted during the national organization’s annual conference Sept. 20-22 in Oregon.
The new fellows are Dr. Paul DeVita, a professor and director of the Biomechanics Lab; and Dr. Matthew Mahar, a professor and director of the Activity Promotion Lab. DeVita and Mahar are among nine academicians named in this year’s class of NAK fellows.
Mahar received his undergraduate degree from the State University of New York at Cortland and master’s and doctoral degrees from the University of Houston. He joined the ECU faculty in 1993. Mahar received the UNC Board of Governors’ Distinguished Professor for Teaching Award in 1997-1998 and ECU’s Scholar-Teacher Award in 2000. He received the Board of Governors Award for Excellence in Teaching in 2007.
DeVita, a native of Brooklyn, N.Y., has taught at East Carolina since 1995. He received his undergraduate degree in biology from the State University of New York at Binghamton and his master’s and doctoral degrees from the University of Oregon. DeVita specializes in aging and osteoarthritis research and has received funding for that research from the National Institutes of Health annually since 2005.
They join two other ECU Kinesiology professors who previously were named NAK fellows. Dr. Joe Houmard was inducted in 2006 and Dr. Peter Farrell was inducted in 2008.
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Pecheles Continues Scholarship Tradition
Even in an economic climate where some companies are scaling back donations, Pecheles Automotive Group continues to steer a course toward supporting education and service to the community. Pecheles Automotive Group has donated over $25,000 to East Carolina University’s College of Health and Human Performance to support undergraduate scholarships and the annual spring scholarship breakfast.
Brian Pecheles, president, said, “We are proud to sponsor this event that recognizes so many talented students. It is a great opportunity to meet and get to know the students who receive our support.”
Dr. Glen Gilbert, dean of the College of Health and Human Performance, said, “We are grateful for the generosity of Pecheles Automotive Group.”
In partnership with this successful business leader, we can gather together benefactors and students. Scholarship recipients learn why others give back and donors hear firsthand how their gifts make a difference. This event is of mutual benefit on both sides of the table.
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HHP Celebrates Achievers
Students, family members, and faculty gathered at the fourth annual ECU College of Health and Human Performance Excels event on Feb. 1 at Club Level, Dowdy Ficklen Stadium. This event recognized freshmen and transfer students with a GPA of 3.0 and above. Students received a certificate signed by the Chancellor and a HHP tee shirt. A total of 255 HHP students were identified: 12 on the chancellor’s list, 106 on the dean’s list and 137 on honor roll.
Provost Sheerer commended students on their success and encouraged them to continue. “We are proud of your accomplishments as freshmen and want to see you at ECU as a sophomore,” she said.
Summer Long of Wilmington is an exercise physiology major. “Being recognized for my hard work is encouraging,” she said.
The large crowd received a warm welcome from Dr. Glen Gilbert, dean of the College of Health and Human Performance.
Eliza Monroe, public health studies major, of Raleigh said the event was a good networking opportunity. “It was also educational for me,” she said. “I learned about HHP organizations that I did not know existed,” she continued.
Whitney McFarland, of Fairmont was the guest speaker. McFarland graduated from ECU in 2009 with a bachelor of science in Health Education and Promotion and in 2012 with a master of arts in Health Education. McFarland is a public health educator at the Robeson County Department of Public Health. In her spare time she enjoys competing in pageants and has held several titles including Miss Fairmont, Ambassador titles, and Miss Lumbee 2011-2012.
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Samantha Billings graduated in December, 2012 with a BS in Public Health and has started her own business, “Sam and Mike’s Munchies.” With partner, Mike Kelley, she provides healthy salads, side dishes, and desserts made from raw, organic vegetables, fruits and nuts. These items are sold online and in local markets.
Elexis Gillette won a silver medal Sept. 4 in the men’s long jump at the 2012 Paralympic Games in London. This was Gillette’s third Paralympic silver medal in the event. The Paralympics are the worldwide sport competition for athlete with disabilities held in conjunction with the Olympic Games. Gillette is visually impaired due to a congenital detached retina and glaucoma.
He graduated from ECU in 2007 with a BS in Recreation and Park Management from the Department of Recreation and Leisure Studies. In 2012, Gillette earned a master’s in business administration from the University of Phoenix.
Aaron Harris is the program manager for Concerned Black Men CARES in Prince George’s County, MD. He participated in the Mentoring Monday Phone-A-Thon that was televised on WTTG FOX 5 TV. CBM National provides African American middle school boys with African American male mentors. The design is based around providing a support system of African American men to serve as positive examples and coaches for these boys. Harris graduated in 2003 with a BS in Recreation and Park Management. The televised program can be found at: http://www.myfoxdc.com/category/256347/mentoring-monday#axzz2JHXQ5v00.
LaBarron Burwell, health fitness major, is reaching out to youth and seniors through a newly founded ECU student organization called MUVE (Motivating and Uplifting via Exercise). He co-founded MUVE in October as a way to help others through exercise instruction, mentorship and leadership activities.
Thomas Mahar, exercise physiology major, presented ‘Comparison of Hip and Wrist Worn Activity Monitors’ at the Southeast American College of Sports Medicine Annual Meeting in Greenville, S.C. He was awarded 2nd place for his undergraduate research. Faculty mentor: Matthew Mahar
Ryan Merritt, recreation and park administration graduate student, received a scholarship from the Resort and Commercial Recreation Association. He was one of 13 students to receive this scholarship.
Bjork Olsen, pre-health professions major, was one of seven female student-athletes selected for the 2012 Conference USA All-Academic Team. She is the first ECU cross country runner to be named to the C-USA All-Academic team since 2010. She has earned a place on the ECU dean’s list in each of her four semesters.
Michelle Vuchenich, exercise and sport science graduate student, won the East Carolina University Thesis Award for her thesis entitled, “Effects of a Before School Physical Activity Program on Physical Activity and On-task Behavior in Elementary School-aged Children.” Faculty mentor: Matthew Mahar
Jordan Widgeon, exercise physiology major, is a role model in service and scholarship. She serves as a member of the Kinesiology Major’s Club, Pre-Physical Therapy Club and as a sister of Sigma Alpha Omega Christian Sorority. In her role as teaching assistant in the student development and learning in higher education class, she became a mentor to students who needed to talk about transitions to college life. This semester, Widgeon keeps busy with project MENTOR, a research project designed to help obese adolescents experience exercise success.
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The ECU Air Force ROTC sent 12 outstanding cadets to field training last summer. The training was conducted at Montgomery, Alabama and Hattiesburg, Mississippi. Cadets who wish to become Air Force Officers must earn a slot to attend field training between their sophomore and junior years. Field Training is four weeks of rigorous physical condition, weapons training and survival training. We are proud to announce that all of our cadets successfully completed field training. These cadets made a commitment to the Air Force and upon graduation will commission as Second Lieutenants. While the cadets were busy at field training during the summer, the cadre attended nine ECU Student Orientation Sessions. We had the largest incoming class in years, adding 75 new cadets to the program. The cadet wing implemented a robust new student orientation including early move in, meet-the-parents gathering, an ice breaker activity for the new cadets and an introduction to Air Force fitness program.
During the fall, 2012 semester, our Honor Guard performed at three ECU football games and combined with the Army ROTC Color Guard for the ECU Military Appreciation Game. During the game, the Cadet wing also hosted the first ever ECU ROTC Alumni Event-tailgating party and it was a success. They presented the Colors at Apex High School for Veterans Day and then again at the Brick Pavers ceremony by Christenbury Hall. Honor Guard members also could be seen at the Greenville Convention Center for the Annual Park and Recreations meeting on Veterans Day weekend, presenting the Colors proudly. Our cadets participated in community service projects such as Habitat for Humanity and NCPacksforPatriots. The highlight of fall, 2012 for the cadets was having Lunch with D-Day Survivor Dr. Harold Baumgartner in October. It was an amazing experience for the cadets. The semester ended with the commissioning of one cadet. Det. 600’s newest lieutenant will be a Security Forces Officer in the Air Force. From the time the summer started to the end of the fall semester, the Air Force ROTC cadets could be seen throughout the campus, Greenville, and surrounding counties.
ECU Army ROTC “Pirate” Battalion had another very successful year at the Leadership Development Assessment Course (LDAC) in the summer, 2012. This event takes place after the Cadets reach their junior year and is held at Ft. Lewis, Washington. The 29 day camp assesses each Cadet on their performance in several different events. Each Cadet receives either a “N” for needs improvement, a “S” for satisfactory, or an “E” for excellent. The Battalion worked incredibly hard during the fall and spring semesters to prepare 12 Cadets to attend the summer assessment camp. Out of the 12 Cadets who attended, 3 earned the Recondo Badge, 5 received an overall rating of excellence and four earned satisfactory. The Battalion continues to maintain the top ranking Cadets among forty colleges in the Eastern Region. In addition to LDAC, three Cadets earned their Air Assault Wings at Fort Benning, GA. During the spring, 2012 and spring 2013, semesters Army ROTC conducted the German Proficiency Badge competition for the Battalion. The competition consists of a 200m swim, sprints (100, 400, 1000m), long/high jump, shot put/bench press, 3000m run, first aid proficiency test, a pistol shoot, and a ruck march. In spring, 2012 forty-one Cadets and Cadre earned gold and one Cadet earned silver. During the spring, 2013 competition seventeen Cadets earned gold, two earned silver, and two earned bronze.
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A MESS AGE TO HHP ALUMNI From Don Leggett
Recently, I accepted an invitation to return to the area of my undergraduate studies at ECU to assume the role of Interim Major Gifts Officer for the College of Health and Human Performance. This was especially significant to me because I have always felt a sense of indebtedness to those special people and institutions responsible for preparing me for my life’s work in teaching, coaching, and educational administration.
As an employee of East Carolina University since 1970, I have witnessed firsthand the amazing growth and progress that has taken place during this time. This could not have happened without dedicated alumni giving back through their support and advocacy. As HHP alumni, you have the right to feel a special sense of pride and satisfaction as you step back and take a look at what you have helped build. It could not have been done without you; and neither can the College continue to become all it can be without a constant renewal of alumni commitment.
As a graduate of HHP, I know the special feelings that you have for the people who influenced your lives, and the programs that prepared you for future successes. I know your sense of pride in a college whose programs are recognized nationally as truly outstanding. I am excited about what we can accomplish together.
As we move forward, let me suggest some actions you might want to consider in the near term:
• If you are already a donor, be sure to make your 2012-13 gift by June 30, 2013 (Consider expanding your giving to a new level this year.)
• Make a special gift in honor or in memory of a special teacher or some other person who has significantly influenced your life.
• Join the Cornerstone Society by making gifts to HHP programs amounting to $1000 or more during this fiscal year.
• If you are not a current donor, consider making a gift of cash, stock and other securities, life insurance, and/or real estate.
• Establish an endowed fund to support a scholarship, graduate fellowship, or some other special program in one of the departments in HHP.
• Leave your legacy and help shape the future of HHP by including the College in your estate plans through a planned gift arrangement.
(To learn more about planned giving options as well as learning about membership in The Leo Jenkins Society, contact Greg Abeyounis, Assistant Vice Chancellor for Development at 252-328-9573 or e-mail at abeyounisg@ecu.edu.)
For further information or assistance, please contact Don Leggett, Interim Major Gifts Officer for HHP, at 252-328-9581 or leggettd@ecu.edu . You may make an online gift by visiting www.giving.ecu.edu.
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Dr. LeRoy Walker died April 23, 2012 in Durham, N.C. at the age of 93. Walker spent decades coaching elite athletes at the college level and on USA Olympic teams. During his track coaching career at N.C. Central from 1945 to 1983, Walker coached athletes to 11 Olympic medals and athletes to all Olympic Games from 1956 to 1976. He was the Chancellor from 1983 to 1986.
From 1992-1996 he served as president of the United States Olympic Committee. His dedication to sport, teaching, and human performance inspired the creation of the L.T. Walker International Human Performance Center at East Carolina University.
“Despite growing up very poor and in an era of rampant discrimination, he judged all people by the content of their character and set an example for all of us,” Glen Gilbert, dean of the College of Health and Human Performance said. “Dr. Walker was one of the finest men I have ever met.”
“He was always a teacher and relished any opportunity to share his great knowledge,” Gilbert said. “He spoke many times at ECU events and received many honors from ECU including one of his 18 honorary doctorates.”
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ECU instructor, Ms. Eva Price, passed away January 1, 2013. She was 34. She battled a rare type of lymphoma and somehow managed to keep smiling and laughing.
Price, a native of Cary, N.C. began teaching full time in the Department of Kinesiology in 2005. She taught physical education pedagogy courses and designed and implemented the home school physical education program operated by the department. She consistently emphasized application of theory.
Although Price’s life was far too short, she inspired colleagues, students, and friends in a large way.
“Eva was an exceptional person and mother,” said Dr. Glen Gilbert, dean of the College of Health and Human Performance. “In her short time with us she made a profound impact on students and colleagues…. If you knew her even briefly you would understand why her loss is felt so deeply by many in the HHP family,” he said.
Her passion for teaching, commitment to students, and enduring love are qualities that marked her character. Known for giving, Price was often found volunteering at local events and coaching at Rose’s School of Gymnastics.
Dr. Stacey Altman, chair of the Department of Kinesiology, said that Price easily developed productive relationships with others. She was “always willing to take on the duties asked of her and did so pleasantly and with plenty of enthusiasm,” Altman said.
“Eva is one of the most special human beings I have ever known,” said Hannah Priest, former student. “I first met Eva in a motor development course where she served as my instructor. Later Eva served as my unspoken mentor when I worked as a supervisor for physical education teacher candidates. I was awed by her patience, compassion, and kind disposition. Eva had a way of making others feel calm and comfortable, even in stressful situations. She taught me to recognize and embrace what matters in life like family and friends, and to let go of the things that are not important. She enjoyed life, never taking a second for granted. I will never forget her sweet smile,” continued Priest.
Academic advisor Jennifer Abbott agreed, noting Price’s “unique ability to see the best in people.” “She was patient and incredibly giving of her time, her heart and her wisdom. I very much enjoyed working with her and felt her a true partner working for students’ success,” Abbott said.
Price is survived by husband David, ECU assistant track and field coach, and three children – Lily, Willow and Rivers.
Colleagues are raising funds to support the children’s college fund. Donations may be made at http://evaprice.tumblr.com/college-fund.
For additional information, visit https://www.facebook.com/OurSuperheroEva or https://www.facebook.com/TheEvAvengersACommunitySupportingItsSuperhero.
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Dr. Jo Anne Balanay (HE&P): Awarded funds in conjunction with the University of Alabama at Birmingham and the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health for the research project, Deep South Occupational Safety and Health Education Research Center/Determination of Pressure Across Activated Carbon Fiber Respirator Filters and Cartridges.
Dr. Paul DeVita (KINE): Serves on the editorial boards of the Journal of Biomechanics and the Journal of Applied Biomechanics, Associate Editor on Journal of Applied Biomechanics, ad hoc reviewer for NIH, traveled to Taiwan and delivered presentations on aging and osteoarthritis.
Dr. Joe Houmard (KINE): Invited to assist in writing the American College of Sports Medicine position stand on “Physical activity and bariatric surgery.”
Dr. Charles Humphrey (HE&P): Recipient of the 2013 ECU HHP Scholar-Teacher Award, published articles, “Evaluation of Water Table Dynamics in Relation to Soil Morphological Indicators of Seasonal Wetness” and “Onsite Wastewater System Nitrogen Loading to Groundwater in the Newport River Watershed, North Carolina”, primary author of one presentation and co-author of 5 presentations at a Geological Society of America national conference, mentor and co-author of poster presentation by an undergraduate student (Christina Booth) at the State of NC Undergraduate Research and Creativity Symposium in Durham, NC.
Dr. Deb Jordan (RCLS): Invited participant for a webcast by HUFFPOST LIVE to discuss national parks fiscal operations. The webcast can be found at: http://live.huffingtonpost.com/r/segment/national-parks-us-economy-recovery-sequester/50fd7b8302a76015b9000754.
Dr. Tim Kelley (HE&P): Submitted an editorial, “Environmental Health Insights
into the 2010 Deepwater Horizon (BP) Oil Blowout” as Editor-in-Chief of Environmental Health Insights. Article was selected to be a part of the medical database to provide information on the environmental health implications of this oil blowout. More details can be found at: http://www.la-press.com/environmental-health-insights-into-the-2010-deepwater-horizon-bp-oil-b-article-a2230).
Dr. Anthony Kulas (HE&P): Recipient of the 2011 Kenneth Knight Outstanding Manuscript (Research Category) Award from the National Athletic Trainers’ Association.
Dr. Matthew Mahar (KINE): Traveled to Seoul, South Korea to deliver an invited presentation at the International Sport Science Conference.
Dr. Ryan Martin (HE&P): Co-authored the book, Change Your Gambling, Change Your Life. More details about the book are found at: http://www.health.harvard.edu/books/change-your-gambling-change-your-life.
Dr. Mark Moore (KINE): Co-authored the book, Corporate Sport Marketing, Strategies and Applications for a Changing World. More details about the book are found at: http://www.kendallhunt.com/store-product.aspx?id=69389.
Dr. Nick Murray (KINE): Appeared in an episode of the History Channel’s show entitled Stan Lee’s Superhumans. In the show’s “Unbreakable” episode, Murray measured the visual control of an expert archer as the archer hit an aspirin out of the air. Murray used the Applied Science Laboratories Mobile Eye to determine the archer’s visual control. Details about the episode are found at: http://www.history.com/shows/stan-lees-superhumans/episodes/#slide-2.
Dr. Tom Raedeke (KINE): Serves on the editorial board of Sport, Exercise and Performance Psychology and Journal of Applied Sport Psychology, associate editor Research Quarterly for Exercise and Sport, received AAHPERD’s Research Consortium 2011 Research Writing Award for the paper titled “The impact of a student-led pedometer intervention incorporating cognitive-behavioral strategies on step count and self-efficacy.”
Dr. Stephanie Richards (HE&P): Published article, “Effects of virus dose and extrinsic incubation temperature on Culex nigripalpus (Diptera: Culicidae) vector competence for St. Louis encephalitis virus.” Journal of Medical Entomology 49(6), 1502-1506.
Dr. Alice Richmond (HE&P): Received funding for the internal seed grant competition, East-West Collaboration Program. Funding supports new collaborations, bringing together groups from both ECU campuses to tackle scholarly projects including research and creative activity.
Ms. Rebecca Riedl (HE&P): Served as President of the North Carolina Recreation Therapy Association Board 2011-2012.
Dr. Melanie Sartore-Baldwin (KINE): Edited the book, Sexual Minorities in Sports: Prejudice at Play. More details about the book are found at: https://www.rienner.com/title/Sexual_Minorities_in_Sports_Prejudice_at_Play.
Dr. Paige Schneider (RCLS): Selected to the ECU Writers Across the Curriculum Academy, presented research regarding the Roanoke River Mayors Association project at The International Ecotourism Society conference, and serves as a board member for the North Carolina Paddle Trails Association. The American Psychological Association published an instrument in the APA PsycTESTS database that she co-created, the Adventure Travel Propensity Measure described in the publication Schneider, Paige P., & Vogt, Christine A. (2012) -Applying the 3M Model of Personality and motivation to adventure travelers. Journal of Travel Research 51(6), 704-716.
Dr. Kindal Shores (RCLS): President of the Pitt County Council on Aging Board of Directors, serves with ECU Honors College to help select their undergraduate EC Scholars, nominated for ECU Board of Governor’s Excellence in Teaching Award, member of the Editorial Board for the
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Journal of Leisure Research and Journal of Rural Health, completed work on the community health assessment in partnership with the Hyde County Health Department, continues work evaluating the revitalization of the Selena Butler Park in the Old 4th Ward neighborhood of Atlanta, Georgia, and published 5 peer review articles and a book chapter describing the physical activity benefits all children receive from inclusive playgrounds.
Dr. Thom Skalko (RCLS): Delivered the keynote speech at the 2012 Leisure and Recreation Association of South Africa Congress held in Durban, South Africa. The theme of the congress was Building Livable Communities through Collaboration between Recreation, Leisure, and Tourism.
Dr. Michelle Wallen (HE&P): Recipient of the Outstanding College Health Education Award from the North Carolina Association for the Advancement of Health Education, selected as a participant in the 2013 ECU University Writing Program.
Dr. Katie Walsh (HE&P): Inducted into the North Carolina Athletic Trainers’ Association Hall of Fame. She is one of only three women to receive this honor.
Dr. Stacy Warner (KINE): Serves on the review board for Case Studies in Sport Management, received the 2011 Janet B. Parks NASSM Research Grant, and received the Best Conference Paper Award at the 17th Annual SMAANZ Conference for a paper entitled “Competition and gender: Reconsidering the role of competition in sport.”
Dr. Clif Watts (RCLS): Serves as an associate editor for Leisure Sciences and as an executive committee member for the Northeast Recreation Research Symposium.
Ms. Jamie Williams (HE&P) Served as the NCAAHE President for 2012 and was selected to participate in the University Writing Program’s 2012 WAC Academy.
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